Why I Donated a Kidney

Most of us are walking around with a spare part that 90,000 people need.

By

Jim Sollisch

April 18, 2012 6:52 p.m. ET

For about a month, I was a saint—at least in the eyes of the 130 people I work with. I definitely recommend the experience, as long as it doesn't drag on too long. You get hugs from all the women and nods of approval from the men.

So how did I become a saint, a word not often associated with anyone in the advertising business, let alone a creative director? I donated a kidney to a friend and fellow partner at MarcusThomas, the agency...